Photographers I Admire - Susan Burnstine

I love photography. And once a week I hope to share with you the work of a photographer I admire. Today it is Susan Burnstine. Having recently purchased her book Within Shadows I accidently came across a show of hers at The Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, CO. I like the book very much, but the actual prints were amazing - large on beautiful paper with darkened edges and simple frames. Take a look at her website here and read her moving story. She uses handmade cameras and lenses for her unique look. A truly remarkable vision.

Super MOON and Sacrifice Cliff

Here's a Photo of the super moon taken last night. Jens Selvig and I spent a frustrating evening waiting for the moon to appear from behind a few maddening clouds. Eventually we found a spot near the power plant and had a great time shooting sacrifice cliff and the full moon. The police even stopped by for a chat. I had hoped to shoot the moonset this morning, but a few more clouds sent me back to bed.

Center for Fine Art Photography Show

This image from my new portfolio entitled Hosta Studies II is included in an upcoming show at the Center for Fine Art Photography. The show entitled Black + White is up at the Center in Fort Collins, CO, from July 5 through August 24. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the reception on August 2.

With the Hosta Studies II portfolio I continue my fascination with the simple hosta plant. With these black and white images I concentrate on the lines of the leaf edges. The lines, curves and shapes dance across the print in freeform jazz riffs. As I worked on these images I could hear John Coltrane or Miles Davis improvising in the back of my mind. Hosta Studies II no.7 take it Mr. Coltrane.

In The Beginning

Every photographer has a beginning. when photography became more than a fun activity. For me it was an image that was a revelation. Even after 35 years I remember the day I took the photograph, the place, my feelings that day - a very powerful memory.

I was at the Lincoln Park Conservatory on a beautiful late spring day in Chicago, IL. Using a series of closeup filters for the first time. And this image appeared in my camera viewfinder. A week later, when I finally received my processed film back, I knew I had something that would take my life in a new direction.

In the beginning - Iris Whirlpool 1.